repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles
Risk. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
2013 BMW X1Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2013 BMW X1, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-608 the manufacturer reports only 40% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 BMW X1 has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
16Engine1 crash/fire/injury
12Engine and engine cooling
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Steering
1Structure
1Air bags
1Vehicle speed control
1Back over prevention
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 18 | 1 |
| Engine | 16 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2013 BMW X1 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other X1 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X1 median. How we score
'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What X1 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I'm not sure If I need to report BMW for declining to repair a recall known as 24V-608. I went to my local BMW dealership Valley Auto World BMW In Fayetteville, NC. The first time we went they said they put a cover over the wiring connector for oil or water dripping from the PCV hose. When we went…
Approximately 8 months ago, I brought my car to the BMW dealership Keeler's in Latham, NY 12110 for a Recall 24V-608:474, the dealer held my car for a day. Two weeks later after taking my car in for the recall, my check engine light started going off and on, off and on, then it comes on and stayed…
Coolant Pump Electrical Connector Recall #24V-608 Program Control Units (DME) Recall #20E-A01 I am following up because my dealer was unable to complete the DME recall, and the coolant pump recall still shows as incomplete in NHTSA. My vehicle was moved off-site without my consent. I received no…
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